J.P. JONES

161 Creekside Lane
San Francisco, California 89443
Home: (706) 635-2657
reslady@aol.com

MANAGEMENT / FINANCE / OPERATIONS 
Team Building & Strategic Planning

*** Career Profile

Multi-disciplined professional with solid background in financial management and 
record of success in diverse high-pressure business and technology environments 
(U.S. and International). Related skills in administration, human resources, 
management reporting, business planning, budgeting, forecasting, auditing, and 
risk management. Experienced in developing and monitoring internal financial 
controls and ensuring optimum operational efficiency.

* Able to communicate effectively with Board of Directors and develop 
programs to enhance shareholder value. 

* Dedicated teamworker with ability to build loyal teams and boost morale 
through positive, staff-empowering management style.

* Computer savvy. Experienced with various business applications, including 
Microsoft Office (Access, Word, Excel), QuickBooks Pro, Peachtree, and Solomon 
Accounting System. 

*** Keyword Summary

Legal Liaison, Corporate Insurance Programs, Payroll / Taxes, Auditing, 
Insurance, International Accounting Management, Cost Control, Startup 
Management, Asset Liability Management, Real Estate Issues, Contract 
Negotiation, Capital Funding, Regulatory Compliance

*** Experience

PORTLAND UNITED BANK - Portland, Oregon 
Chief Financial Officer (1999-Present) 
Manage financial functions and oversee the implementation of establishment 
services. Maintain ongoing contact with customers and the business community to 
maintain positive public relations. Communicate with regulatory agencies and 
outside auditors. Conduct financial analysis, develop budget, prepare reports, 
and function as secretary to the Board of Directors. 

* Automated, revamped, and streamlined technology functions. Served as Y2K 
project manager and oversaw numerous upgrade and conversion projects.

* Authored major policy overhaul. 

* Restructured and streamlined the organization's staffing functions.

G&R INVESTMENTS, INC. - Houston, Texas 
Vice President, Finance (1995-1999) 
Key member of international corporate management team, specializing in the 
development and management of multi-million dollar golf courses in Japan. 
Responsible for financial management, accounting, employee insurance, and 
personnel management functions. Maintained positive relations with lending 
institutions and outside contractors. Prepared budgets, forecasts, and business 
projections. 

* Oversaw preparation of financial statements for seven companies. 

* Developed new reporting system to support company growth.

HYDRO SERVICES, INC. - Chattanooga, Tennessee 
Controller (1988-1995) 
Managed financial operations in a multi-corporation environment. Prepared 
financial statements, oversaw accounts payable, reviewed/approved disbursements, 
and assumed responsibility for investments and cash management. 

* Initiated computerized accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll 
systems.

* Established internal auditing system. 

GENERAL FURNITURE LEASING - Doraville, Georgia 
Accountant (1984-1988) 
Handled accounting functions for 20 branches nationwide. Conducted internal 
audits, supervised staff, performed cash management, and 
developed annual branch and company budgets. 

*** Education

BACHELOR OF ARTS - Finance and Accounting (1984) 
Portland State University, Portland, Oregon 

*** Professional Development

* Dale Carnegie Course, Portland, Oregon (1998-1999)

* Zig Ziglar's Born to Win Seminar, Dallas, Texas (1998)

* Strategy Planning, Portland State University (1997)

*** Affiliations
           
* President, Rotary Club

* Member, National Association of Accountants, Portland Chapter

* Member, Japan America Society